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A Word From The Heart by John Duckhorn

I met John Fisco in the fall of 1959 during Rogers restaurant and asked me to do some my senior year at Pulaski High School. It things on the Book of Romans. After I left was the result of two students, both born for my fi rst term as a missionary in Colom- again Christians, having shared their faith bia, South America, that study grew in the with me. John told me I needed to be saved popular Wednesday night Scanda House by faith and that my sins would be forgiven study with Marc Erickson. It remained an by God’s grace apart from works. It was a ca- important spiritual fi xture for many years. sual meeting but one that made him become The results of that study and the people concerned about my eternal status. It began who came to know Jesus Christ as Savior, my search to better understand God’s mes- as well as those who grew in the faith, can’t sage of the Bible. It was a long and intense be known this side of heaven. John was at a battle, on my part. After a brief trip to Cali- time of a decision of faith. He would focus fornia, with my estranged father, I quickly his time and attention on full time service to returned to Milwaukee to settle the issue. the Milwaukee area. His father retired, and I wanted one fi nal clear explanation of the John then decided to not continue working way of salvation and decided I would seek for Fisco Auto Paint, that now belonged to out John for help. I became a child of God his older brother Ron. That was a huge step on October 7, 1959, lead to Christ by John’s of faith and took John on an adventure of wise council. trusting the Lord for guidance and learning to obey the Lord. A little offi ce was rented John was in his early 20’s and keen on do- ville, Alabama and a fellow student in mis- above a bank on Lincoln Ave and a sign hung ing something for the Lord. He worked for sionary training. out that said “Collegiates For Christ”, which his father at Fisco Auto Paint and started to Meanwhile John had taken me under his would soon be changed to ProBuColls, a be active among college age believers. Many wing. I stayed close to him and learned to be more inclusive scope of John’s vision for the of them were friends from Youth For Christ a bold witness. We handed out tracts at vari- city of Milwaukee. John had organizational days and attended various evangelical local ous events around Milwaukee and I learned skills and was soon serving various christian churches. He felt they were neglected at that to be aggressive and defend the faith. I spent organizations in helping them put togeth- time, and sought to casually meet after Sun- a lot of time with him, soaking up his under- er conferences. He was, at times, involved day evening services. So we began to meet, standing of a life of faith and became more with the Billy Graham organization, as well for coffee, at a Howard Johnson restaurant. confi dent of God’s work in my life. He would as overseeing the annual Governor’s Prayer Soon there was a sizeable group and a more be an encouragement to me the rest of his Breakfast. John’s fi nest work was establish- formal get together was planned. The fi rst life. ing houses for needy men who would live in meeting was held in a savings and Loan just an environment that would help them fi nd across from the church we attended. The Soon John decided it would be a wise thing the encouragement, both spiritually and speaker was a rocket scientist from Hunts- to turn the Sunday night coffee chats into a physically, that would change their lives. Bible study. John found a room at the Jolly Continued top of page 3

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Continued from page 2 Right up to his last days the Clark House spiritual father said, they too came to know what it is to “walk by and faith and not by became part of the ministry of ProBuColls. the Lord through John’s love of sharing the sight”. John shared a simple illustration of The Christian Courier has been published Good News. That is John’s legacy. The min- walking by faith. He said it is like walking continually since it’s inception and has been istries that have been established may one through a dark alley with a fl ashlight. One an informative and unifying source for the day close down, but the people who have can only see so far ahead but each step re- evangelical community. Of course the Pro- been brought to Jesus Christ will share eter- veals to you which way to go and what ob- BuColls book store has been a great source nal life with the Lord of Glory. jects to avoid. Not everything is revealed for Christian literature. I’ve spent many at once. I practiced that in my missionary All of the above mentioned activities were hours there. service, and John did the same while walk- a result of taking steps of faith, and letting ing through this dark world. John Fisco will John was a “soul winner”. I have met peo- the Lord guide his live. In the early days of be remembered by all who came across his ple who when they heard that John was my my Christian walk, John and I talked about path.

Reflections on a Fruitful Life by Bob Conklin, Jr.

In John 15, Jesus says “Ye have not chosen Club. That night John asked having received a Lymphoma me, but I have chose you, and ordained you me if I had any other ques- diagnosis in June of last year. that ye should go out and bring forth fruit.” tions about God and the Bible. I can honestly say I never grew Saying no, John asked me if In 1986, I was taking my real estate licens- weary of giving him back a I wanted to receive Christ as ing classes at the downtown YMCA, 915 W. little of what he poured into my personal savior and I said Wisconsin Ave. There was a Bible Study me. John’s last words before yes. That night, after dinner, happening across the hall that I found my- passing from this life to the I asked for forgiveness for my self drawn to. I wasn’t a Christian believer next was mostly about “heav- sins and for Jesus to be my yet but had been attending Bible studies and en and Bob, Let’s get out of Lord and Savior. recently a singles retreat. I struck up a con- here.” What a great memory versation with the fellow behind the back Over the next 33 plus years, I for me and a great legacy for table. His name was John Fisco. Over a became best friends with John John. Thanks, John, for all few months’ time, I got to know John. John Fisco and helped him in ministry. John was you did and are still doing for me and so took an interest in me, and the night before a servant and fi nished his life strong. God many others. my real estate brokers exam, he asked me used me in the role of caregiver for John Love, Bob if I wanted to have dinner at the Wisconsin

Remembering John Fisco by Jamie Christie (Lynchburg, VA)

John, I just received notice rainbow striped roof. You even joined the Jaycees in the hope of being in- that the angels came by re- had time to be the best man volved in future events. As it turned out, I be- cently and escorted you to when I married Linda Halvors- came chairman for the second breakfast and our Father’s house in Heav- en, 12/30/66. since you had joined as well, you chaired the en. As you know, the gift following year. Eventually, you joined with Over the course of time, we both of God is eternal life through Art Riemer, President of Wisconsin Bridge became involved with the Leigh- Jesus Christ, and I’m sure & Iron and Dick Pieper, President of Pieper ton Ford Crusade and a wide you’re very thankful to re- Electric, along with the key Milwaukee area variety of other Christian out- ceive that gift and to dwell in leadership to continue the Breakfast when I reaches throughout the Milwau- the house of the Lord forever. was unable to participate due to my job re- kee area. I joined the Christian I look forward to seeing you quirements throughout Mid America. This Business Men’s Committee and there someday. has now evolved into the Governor’s Prayer once again had the opportunity Breakfast and has been featured as a well at- I can’t help but think of how long we’ve been to work extensively with you on events with tended program for many years. It attracts friends and coworkers. I was saved in 1963 them such as the literature booth at the Wis- major speakers from throughout America and fi rst met you when I attended a Colle- consin State Fair that your dad generously each year. giates for Christ gathering after church one supported. Sunday night. I became involved with the Another project for several years in the Collegiates and eventually I remember help- 1960’s was the Splendor of Sacred Song ing you in planning various functions for gospel concerts presented by Thurlow Spurr the group. One example was the road rally and the Spurrlows. Chrysler Corporation throughout central Wisconsin that included sponsored the group in high school assem- the Wisconsin River ferry at Merrimac. bly programs promoting safe driving with In addition to your job at the family busi- a large vocal group and full orchestra. In ness, Fisco Auto Painting where you and the evenings, the Spurrlows performed sa- your mother ran the offi ce, you also had cred music in local churches, culminating in I don’t remember when Collegiates for founded Collegiates for Christ, functioned a major event each year and I booked the Christ became ProBuColls, (Professional, as secretary for the Christian Business Men’s schools and churches for the week. Business, & Collegiates ) but with the name Committee and covered the city on various change, before long, came the establish- In 1968, the Jaycees sponsored the Mayor’s errands in your black 1951 Ford Victoria ment of a bookstore featuring Christian lit- Prayer Breakfast. It was successful and I with the Continental tire on the rear and the erature, gifts, cards, Bibles and church sup- Continued on page 4 Page 4 March & April 2020

Continued from page 3 plies located at 20th & Wisconsin Ave. in tian Courier newspaper you founded over real estate services have expanded for wider Milwaukee. At some point, the store and 40 years ago that has become the longest outreach. ProBuColls offi ce moved to the current loca- running Christian newspaper published in You’ve had quite an infl uence on the Chris- tions on 97th and Greenfi eld Ave. in West America. tian community in southeastern Wisconsin, Allis. Throughout this time, you were the ProBuColls has expanded its outreach be- John, with all the various organizations and effi cient, full time manager of a successful yond the bookstore, retreats, concerts and events you have been associated with. I’m growing business honoring the Lord. other events by buying several rental prop- sure Jesus Himself greeted you upon your When I moved to Atlanta in 1980 because erties in the Marquette University area, arrival in Heaven with the statement, “well of my business career, I lost track of all your available for reasonable cost to students. done, my good and faithful servant”. obligations and involvements, John. One Recently, with the help of Bob Conklin, the of the highlights, though must be the Chris-

‘Brazil Belongs to God’: Brazil’s President Professes His Faith at Christian Worship Event by Mikaela Mathews

Brazil’s President Jair Bolsonaro made a sur- tweeted one of the speakers, Christine Caine. prise visit at The Send, a worship event this “…In 31 years of ministry, I’ve never gone to weekend in Sao Paulo, saying that he “be- preach the Gospel from one 65,000 seat arena lieves in Jesus as his savior and that Brazil straight to a 55,000 seat arena in the same belongs to God.” day. It was surreal. God is on the move.”

Bolsonaro hasn’t been quiet about his faith Reports rolled in after the weekend of thou- in recent years. According to CBN, he’s con- sands of people becoming believers in Jesus, sidered himself a God-fearing man. His faith enrolling to bring revival to their schools, and was strengthened during his presidential to give help for orphans. Almost 200 speak- campaign and after he was nearly killed in an ers preached from the stage, including Daniel assassination attempt. Kolenda, Francis Chan and YWAM founder Loren Cunningham. “Doctors who attended to me said that for ev- ery 100 stabbings of the kind I endured, only one person survives. “Get ready for the greatest harvest of all times!” The Send said on So, I am a survivor and owe my life to God. It was His will for me to their Facebook page. “What is happening today in Brazil impacts all live,” he said, according to Church Leaders. the nations of the world. The hungriest nation is now committing to the Great Commission in a new level of obedience.” As the 38th Brazilian president, Bolsonaro campaigned to make Ju- deo-Christian principles a high value in his administration. Known as Christine Caine left the country in awe. “My biggest takeaway from the “Trump of the Tropics,” his motto has been “Brazil above every- being in Brazil is that I don’t believe God enough,” she said. “I dream thing, God above all.” too small. I expect too little. I rationalize too much. I’ve decided to press in for more. Dig deeper for more. Pray fervently for more. My His appearance at the Send conference livened the 140,000-per- faith has been stretched and I love it!!!” son crowd. “I’m utterly astounded by what God is doing in Brazil,”

PASTOR CALLS VICE PRESIDENT MIKE NATIONAL PRAYER BREAKFAST SPEAKER TELLS AUDIENCE PENCE ‘ONE OF THE MOST PERSECUTED INCLUDING TRUMP, PELOSI: ‘JESUS SAID LOVE YOUR CHRISTIANS IN AMERICA’ ENEMIES’

Before giving up the podium for Vice Presi- In an address delivered at dent Mike Pence to honor the Rev. Dr. Martin the 68th National Prayer Luther King Jr. in a church service this week- Breakfast in Washington, end, Bishop Vincent Mathews Jr. called the D.C., conservative author vice president one of the “most persecuted Arthur Brooks encour- Christians in America.” aged biblical love amid a “One thing I love about this man of God, you know if you don’t nationwide “crisis of con- know anything, is that he is one of the most persecuted Christians in tempt and polarization,” America,” the world missions president of the predominantly African reminding attendees that Jesus ordered His followers to love — and American Church of God in Christ said, according to The Christian not just tolerate — their enemies. Post. “The biggest criticism that he gets all over television and every- where else is that he actually believes the Bible. They hate him for Opening his speech, Brooks, a professor of public leadership at the believing the Bible.” Harvard Kennedy School and senior fellow at the Harvard Business School, described himself as a “follower of Jesus.” Though Mathews made it clear that the vice president was not mak- ing a campaign stop, Pence used the opportunity to honor Dr. King, “[The same Jesus] who taught us to love God and taught us to love as well as highlight the administration’s work empowering the Afri- each other,” he added. “Today, I’m here to talk to you about the big- can American community. gest crisis facing our nation and many other nations today: It’s the crisis of contempt and polarization that’s tearing our societies apart.” “As Dr. King said in his Letter from Birmingham Jail, ‘One day the South will know that when these disinherited children of God sat “In this crisis resides the greatest opportunity we have ever had as down at lunch counters they were in reality standing up for what’s people of faith to lift our nations up and to bring our people togeth- best in the American dream and for the most sacred values of our er,” Brooks declared. Judeo-Christian heritage.’ As I stand before you today, I want to as- sure you that under this administration we’ve made every effort to When it comes to an “old” problem like contempt and polarization, open pathways to the American dream for every American and we It’s important to “think differently” to achieve a new and effective have stood strong for the values that we hold dear. solution, he said. March & April 2020 Page 5

ProBuColls Open House Remembering John Fisco

Friends from Kingston Jackie, Laura and JoAnn with Bob Best of friends with John from the YMCA, Marcus Harris and Dolly Borkowski

Members of the Fisco family share stories with Erv and Beverly Martens, Howard Honett 94 years young a past president of CBMC a very close friend of John’s sister Jeannine and Bryan Browning

Christian University Names Melania Trump ‘Woman Of Distinction’ For 2020, Former Student Opposes Selection By Leonardo Blair

Calling fi rst lady Melania Trump an “exqui- ents, teachers, and other adults she was “embarrassed” by the site human being,” Palm Beach Atlantic Uni- can help prepare children for school’s decision to bestow the versity, a private Christian university in West their futures. With those values award to the fi rst lady. Palm Beach, Florida, has named her as their as a solid foundation, children “Woman of Distinction” for 2020, citing her will be able to better deal with “I actually hope that others “Be Best” campaign. But not everyone in the the evils of the opioid crisis and add to this discussion, because school community agrees that the fi rst lady avoid negative social media in- selecting Trump as the 2020 should be honored with the award. teraction,” Melania Trump says Woman of Distinction is a mis- in a video about the campaign guided, embarrassing choice at “During its annual Women of Distinction on the White House website. best and a calculated, amoral luncheon, Palm Beach Atlantic University choice at worst.” Kinnaman honors women who cherish community and Co-chairwoman Eileen Burns wrote in an op-ed for The Palm family and want to preserve these ideals for told The Floridian that the fi rst lady has rep- Beach Post. others,” the university recently announced. resented America well at home and around “Women of Distinction 2020 was held Feb- the world. She then proceeded to argue that the fi rst ruary 19, and honored the First Lady of the lady’s actions are inconsistent with the spirit United States Melania Trump.” “Our fi rst lady, is an exquisite human being, of the award. a magnifi cent wife and life partner, a superb A report in The Floridian said the fi rst lady mother and an outstanding fi rst lady, who “The BE BEST campaign is not consistent was being honored for her work on the “Be represents us brilliantly in the United States with the rest of her actions as fi rst lady. Best” campaign she launched in 2017 that and worldwide,” Burns said. “Melania is a She has never criticized President Don- focuses on healthy living among children, perfect example of a Woman of Distinction ald Trump’s frequent online harassment of online bullying and opioid abuse. and we are most proud to honor her.” many people, notably including 16-year-old climate change activist Greta Thunberg — a “By promoting values such as healthy living, However, Kyra Kinnaman, a 2015 gradu- minor,” Kinnaman wrote. encouragement, kindness, and respect, par- ate of PBAU from Scottsdale, Arizona, said Page 6 March & April 2020

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Our Lord has written the promise of the resurrection, not in books alone but in every leaf in springtime. - Martin Luther

“SURGEON AND PATIENT” BY CHARLES SPURGEON

When I was in Belfast I knew a doctor who had a friend, a leading surgeon there, and he told me that the surgeon’s custom was, before performing any op- eration, to say to the patient, “Take a good look at the wound and then fi x your eyes on me, and don’t take them off till I get through the operation.” I thought at the time that was a good illustration. Sinner, take a good look at the wound tonight, and then fi x your eyes on Christ and don’t take them off. It is better to look at the remedy than at the wound. Page 8 March & April 2020

Actor Gary Sinise Brings over 1,700 Family Members of Fallen Soldiers to Disney World By Mikaela Mathews

Actor Gary Sinise, best known for his role Inspired by his role as a Vietnam veteran in Forrest Gump, the actor as Lt. Dan in Forrest Gump, took 1,750 has dedicated much of his time and charity to caring for veterans and family members of fallen soldiers on a their families. He’s partnered with the Disabled American Veterans fi ve-day trip to Disney World. organization, participated in a few USO tours, and created the Lt. Dan Band, which travels around the world to entertain US troops According to a local news outlet, the trip abroad. is part of the Gary Sinise Foundation’s Snowball Express. The program started Earlier this year, Faithwire reported that the 64-year-old actor re- in 2006 when Sinise fulfi lled a fallen ceived an emotional video fi lled with celebrities and recipients from soldier’s wish to take his kids to Disney his foundation thanking him for all of his work to support soldiers World. and fi rst responders.

“The important ingredient is that these kids meet each other and “Thank you for all the things you have done for our men and women they know they’re not alone,” Sinise said. “They make friendships who have served our nation,” retired four-star Army Gen. Colin Pow- that last a lifetime.” ell said in the video. “Not only what you’ve done for them but for their children, what you’ve done for their families, what you’ve done Families from over 87 cities throughout the world came to the “most to help them rebuild their lives.” magical place on Earth” with a surviving parent or guardian. This year marks the 14th anniversary of the Snowball Express. Partnering Other celebrities in the video included Tim Allen, Jay Leno, Patricia with corporate sponsors, such as American Airlines, the Foundation Heaton and Robert DeNiro. Actor Tom Hanks, who played alongside sees this trip as an important part of the family’s healing process. Sinise in Forrest Gump, even closed out the video with an enthusias- tic: “Thanks, Lt. Dan!” “I’ve gotten to know a lot of these families,” Sinise said. “I love them and I want to just do something to help them through.”

Franklin Graham Surprised By Backlash Over UK Evangelistic Tour By Anugrah Kumar

Evangelist Franklin Graham has said in a ads for his 2018 evangelistic festival were yes. But God goes even further than that, to media interview that he’s surprised to see pulled following outcry from LGBT groups. say that we are all sinners—myself includ- all the confi rmed venues in the United King- ed. The Bible says that every human being Graham believes that the need for preaching dom pulling out due to his views on homo- is guilty of sin and in need of forgiveness the Gospel in the U.K. is “greater than ever.” sexuality, even as his supporters have started and cleansing. The penalty of sin is spiritual an online petition calling it “bullying” and a He wants people “to know death—separation from God for eternity.” “hate crime.” that we are all sinners and Meanwhile, more than our sins separate us from “I have been surprised… I’m not coming 10,000 people have signed God.” to speak against anybody and I don’t name a petition on CitizenGo — any groups of people,” Graham, the son of “And unless we confess our launched by Voice for Jus- the late evangelist Billy Graham stated, “I’m sins and repent, and believe tice UK, a Christian group coming to tell people how they can have a on the name of the Lord that advocates the tradi- relationship with God through faith in Jesus Jesus Christ, we have no tional view of marriage Christ.” hope. The only hope that and sexuality — defending we have is through Christ,” Graham’s tour of the U.K. Graham plans to tour the U.K. with eight he continued. “And so, I’m stops starting in May, and the Billy Graham Graham “planned a four- coming to tell the people of Evangelistic Association, which he heads, month evangelistic tour of the U.K. how they can have says more than 1,800 churches across the the UK, in hopes of spark- a relationship with God United Kingdom are cooperating with it ing a Revival similar to through faith in His Son, “to share the Gospel in multiple cities this that spearheaded by his and I want people to know what steps we spring.” father Billy Graham, in the 1950s,” reads have to take in order to have that relation- the petition, calling “for Mr Graham’s bul- Currently, he and his team are searching for ship. I’m certainly not here to speak against lying opponents to be investigated for hate other venues after all the original locations anyone. I’m here to speak for everyone.” crimes, and for Her Majesty’s Government canceled despite having signed contracts However, he added, some people don’t want to defend the right of Christians to practise and received deposits. to hear that they are sinners. “They think and manifest their belief without intimida- What he’s most concerned about is the sti- that this is hateful and angry speech. It’s not. tion or pressure.” fl ing of free speech for churches. In love, I want to warn people and tell them Graham also wrote a letter to his supporters the steps they need to take to have a right “... If we don’t stand up for the right to free earlier, urging prayers “that God will keep relationship with God, and how they can be speech and freedom of religion, there are the doors open” for him to preach the Gos- sure their sins are forgiven.” lots of churches in this country that meet in pel in the U.K. public who are at risk,” he told Christian- Jesus, he continued, “is the only one to have “For the last two years we have been prepar- ity Today. “They could be kicked out, they paid the debt of sin.” ing to go to the United Kingdom and take could be forced to go somewhere else, just Graham recently wrote to the U.K.’s LGBTQ the Gospel to eight different cities starting in because of their faith. community, explaining his stand. Scotland, going down to Wales, and fi nish- This isn’t the fi rst time the evangelist met ing up in London,” he wrote. “The rub, I think, comes in whether God opposition from LGBT groups. In 2018, bus defines homosexuality as sin. The answer is March & April 2020 Page 9

Pro-Life Group Delivers Nearly 380,000 Petitions In Effort To Ban Dismemberment Abortion In Michigan By Michael Gryboski

The pro-life group Right to Life of Michi- “Thank you so much to everyone who gan delivers approximately 380,000 pe- helped us for months with this Christ- titions calling for the ban of dismember- mas present for the unborn,” the group ment abortion on Dec. 23, 2019, gathered said Monday. “We’ll keep you updated as through their petition drive known as our petition drive to ban dismemberment “Michigan Values Life.” | Facebook/Right abortions begins its next phase!” to Life of Michigan In the past, Whitmer has vowed to veto A Michigan-based pro-life group deliv- any legislation banning dismemberment ered 379,418 petitions to the state capi- abortions that is passed by the Republi- tol Monday in an effort to ban an abor- can-controlled legislature. tion procedure known as the dilation and “I think that these are decisions that should be made between a evacuation method, or dismemberment abortion, that’s performed woman and her doctor,” she said in May. “I have always supported a during the second trimester. woman’s autonomy and freedom to make her own choices, and that Michigan Values Life submitted the signatures aimed at initiating the should be no surprise to anyone in this town.” dismemberment abortion ban, well above the 340,047 number re- An abortion procedure commonly used in the second trimester, D&E quired by state law. involves dilating a woman’s cervix and then using instruments to If enough of the petitions are certifi ed as valid, then the legislature dismember and remove a fetus from the uterus. will have 40 days to pass the initiative, according to The Associated While a few states have passed bans on dismemberment abortions, Press. they have struggled to survive legal challenges by pro-choice groups. If the initiative is passed, according to Michigan law, then pro-choice For example, in November the Oklahoma state Supreme Court Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will be unable to veto it, ex- blocked the implementation of a 2015 state law banning D&E abor- plained the AP. tions, ruling 6-2 to issue an injunction against it. “The dismemberment abortion procedure is a barbaric form of abor- Center for Reproductive Rights Senior Counsel Autumn Katz cele- tion that is frequently used during the second trimester of pregnan- brated the injunction, calling it a victory for “high-quality, evidence- cy,” stated MVL on its website. based abortion care.” “Unborn babies between 13-24 weeks’ gestation are literally dis- “Under this law, doctors would be subject to criminal penalties for membered alive in their mother’s womb. In 2018, there were 1,908 providing abortions consistent with the standard of care. This ban D&E or dilation and evacuation abortions performed in Michigan.” was motivated by politics, not medicine, and the Oklahoma Supreme The pro-life group Right to Life of Michigan, which oversees MVL, Court recognized that today,” Katz said last month. took to Facebook to announce the delivery of the petitions.

More than 20,000 Orthodox Christians Flock to Jordan River to Be Baptized By Mikaela Mathews

Earlier this year, over 20,000 Christians freedom of religion and worship from around the world gathered at the Jor- for all Christian denominations,” dan River to be baptized. said Jericho District Coordination and Liaison Administration head According to CBN, the pilgrims commemo- Lieutenant Colonel Eran Gross. rated the Feast of the Epiphany, which is a “Thanks to the ceremonies, we day that Orthodox Christians and Catholics see a marked rise in tourism remember when the three Magi visited baby alongside a boost to the economy, Jesus. for which I am thankful. On this The Jordan River is believed to be the site occasion, I would like to wish all where John the Baptist baptized Jesus, as members of the Christian com- well as where the Israelites crossed over into munity happy holidays.” the Promised Land and where Elijah ascend- For those who cannot travel ed to heaven. to the Jordan, Christians dunk The annual pilgrimage started in January themselves into freezing rivers when fi ve Christian denominations held all over the country, including in baptismal ceremonies at the River. Coptic Russia. According to the Moscow and Armenian Christians will continue with Times, stations were set up for other events later this month. believers and non-believers to go under the must recommit ourselves to countering all icy waters. acts of hatred, incitement and violence, be- Israel has embraced the Christian commu- tween religious communities in Jerusalem Israel also challenged Christians and Jews nity trekking through their country to honor and the Holy Land. Sadly, again this year, alike to maintain peace. their faith. Christians were killed in the Middle East, simply for keeping their faith. Jerusalem “The Civil Administration put much effort “Just like anti-Jewish prejudice is not Chris- must serve as a model for peace and har- in order to prepare for these important cer- tian, anti-Christian prejudice is not Jewish,” mony between religions.” emonies as part of its program to preserve said Israeli President Reuven Rivlin. “We Page 10 March & April 2020

NFL Quarterback Kirk Cousins Encourages Thousands to Read the Bible By Mikaela Mathews

Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins fi nished “My faith is important to me, it’s the foundation for my life,” he reading through the Bible in two years said in a post-game interview, according to CBN. “Ultimately there’s and would “defi nitely recommend it.” where I gain my peace and strength. Win or lose today, God’s still on the throne and I take comfort in that.” Cousins posted a photo of his personal- ized Bible with an “FCA” logo on the top Cousins had been under fi re for an inability to perform under pres- right corner on Twitter last week. sure. But the win showed his perseverance.

“It took me over two years, but just fi n- “This is a big deal. This is a very big deal,” said the Bleacher Re- ished reading through the entire Bible port. “This can’t be emphasized enough. There were many people in for the fi rst time. Def recommend it!” he football who believed Cousins would never, ever have this signature wrote. The post has received over 90,000 moment.” likes with over 6,000 comments. Cousins’ Twitter bio only mentions a reference to Micah 6:8: “What One commenter agreed with him writing, “The best book you can does the Lord require of you? To act justly, love mercy & walk humbly read. I’ve read it multiple times, and now I’m reading it with my wife. with your God.” God is good.” He also tweeted in remembrance of Kobe Bryant, who passed away The football star has not been shy about his faith. Earlier this year, in a helicopter crash over the weekend. “So sad to hear of Kobe’s when his team defeated the New Orleans Saints in a stunning victory, passing. We lost a legend,” he said. “Prayer for his family, friends he gave airtime to God. and all of his fans. I believe his Mamba mentality will live on with all those he inspired.”

Two Super Bowl Players Helped Spread the Gospel Through Fellowship of Christian Athletes Even though the ministry is based in Kansas City,y, the thewsthews told FCA in the days leading up to the matchup Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA, www.fca.org)g) in Miami. “The Super Bowl is the biggest game in the had ties to both sides of the fi eld for Super Bowl country and yet God is so much bigger. No matter LIV. what happens on that fi eld we already have the victory.” Two players in the Super Bowl—Jordan Mat- thews, wide receiver for the San Francisco And back in 2017, Wisniewski told FCA Maga- 49ers, and Stefen Wisniewski, guard for the zine that he intentionally brings Jesus into his Kansas City Chiefs—have ties to FCA and were sport by praying before involved with the min- every game. istry during their days as “I“ really feel that gives me a teammates on the Philadel-el- greatgre sense of peace,” he said. phia Eagles squad. “During“D i competition, just saying Matthews has often discussed his faith as a short prayer to reset my mind on God. it relates to professional sports. Always making sure to thank Him after the game for watching over me and for all that He “In a performance-based culture like the NFL, did for me during that game.” there’s nothing more powerful than knowing you’re already approved in Jesus Christ,” Mat-

NFL Quarterback Aaron Rodgers Questions How Anyone Could Believe in God By Amanda Casanova

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rod- ry. Bell is a preacher and author who wrote Also in the interview, gers told Danica Patrick on her podcast, a book that questioned the traditional teach- Rodgers said he start- Pretty Intense, that he has questioned the ings of hell. ed to question evan- existence of God. gelism and salvation. “Listing all the ways in which Rob has posi- “I don’t know how you can believe in a God tively impacted my life would take up too He said in the inter- who wants to condemn most of the planet to much space; so I’ll simply say that he has view he doesn’t iden- a fi ery hell,” he says in the clip about grow- inspired me to live life with a deeper level tify with any affi lia- ing up. He was speaking to Danica Patrick of appreciation and to love people with a tion and does not call about a range of topics. Patrick is Rodgers’ greater awareness of our connectivity,” Rod- himself a Christian. girlfriend. gers said in an endorsement of Bell’s book, “I think in people’s How to Be Here. Rodgers says he was involved in the Chris- lives who grew up in some sort of organized tian ministry Young Life and grew up at- On the Bible, Rodgers said: “The Bible opens religion, there really comes a time when you tending a nondenominational church with with a poem. It’s a beautiful piece of work, start to question things more,” he says. “It his parents. but it was never meant to be interpreted as I happens for some at an early age; others, think some churches do.” you know, maybe a little older. That hap- In 2017, Rodgers talked about his friendship pened to me six or seven years ago.” with Rob Bell in an ESPN the Magazine sto- March & April 2020 Page 11

99-Year-Old Has Read Through Bible 60 Times: ‘Might as Well Make it 61’ By Michael Foust

The Baptist & Refl ector recounted the inspir- Miss Helen’s commitment to reading Scrip- ing story. The Bible-reading plan is part of ture, Strother said, should convict and in- Strother’s “The Whole Church in the Whole spire other Christians to read their Bible. Word” challenge. “You could read the entire Bible through out “I’ve been through the Bible 60 times and I loud in about 72 hours,” he said. “So in just might as well make it 61,” she told Strother. a little more in the time that people usual- ly watch TV – the typical American in two The U.S. was embroiled in World War II the weeks – you could read the Bible through.” fi rst time she read through the Bible. The A 99-year-old Tennessee church member challenge that year was “Read the Bible Strother added, “So, it’s not that we don’t who has read through the Bible 60 times through in ’42.” have the time, it’s that we don’t choose the recently embarked on her 61st journey time.” Miss Helen still attends the Sunday morn- through Scripture because, she says, “God ing 8 a.m. service, in person, the Baptist & More than 550 others signed up for the chal- shows me something new every time.” Refl ector reported. lenge after Miss Helen committed to read The woman, known as “Miss Helen” to through the Bible again, Strother told the Strother asked her, “Miss Helen, why do members of her congregation at The Church Baptist & Refl ector. you still do it?” She replied, “God shows me at Station Hill, in Spring Hill, Tenn., began something new every time.” “I love the idea that our senior saints can reading through the Bible the 61st time af- lead the way in setting that example for us,” ter learning of a challenge by pastor Jay “She said you’d think I’ve heard these sto- he said. Strother, who urged church members to ries, but every time I read it or hear it being read through the Bible in one year. read, I catch something new,” Strother told Miss Helen turns 100 in March. the Baptist & Refl ector.

Our old history ends with the cross; our new history begins with the resurrection. - Watchman Nee Page 12 March & April 2020

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Jackie, a Boy, and a Dog: A Warm Cold War Story Faith without Doubt, Patience, and Trust by jerushah8833 by Mark D. Bruce Is an ordinary life really an extraordinary life? How An incredible journey of life lessons, grief and unex- does a life unseen touch those who see you? pected friendship change the life of a young mid- In Faith without Doubt, Patience, and Trust, the ex- western boy who accidentally kills his beloved dog traordinary touch and times of an ordinary woman during a backyard baseball game in the summer of come into focus in her last eighty-five hours of life, 1963. In his grief, he reaches out to the most power- as she begins her journey across the River of Life, ful family in the world, President and Mrs. John F. into the open hands of Jesus. She attempts to let Kennedy who gave Mark a gift that changes his life. us see what she is seeing, and as her final reckon- This true story not only gave this boy a dog to fill the ing is made, a family motto is born: “Even when void of his loss, but an unexpected friendship with we cannot see the road ahead, we will have faith the most iconic woman of the 20th century: Jacque- without doubt, patience, and trust.” line Kennedy Onassis. For one woman, her fate was to become nothing In a series of unlikely divine interventions, Mark more than a druggy, a prostitute, and a prisoner; shares the journey and fulfillment of his love for when she shattered, she sat down by the water of death and wept. Where dogs, brought back to life by a remarkable little dog, was there any hope in life for her? But that’s when she heard it! His still Streaker. Just as amazing is the long-term friendship Mark developed with small voice, “You are worth more than many sparrows.” She looked about Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and how God used that friendship to mentor to discover a man who gave his dying breath to grant her a more abundant him. That sense of divine calling led Mark to opportunities of great service life - and she was sold! LifeRich Publishing $15.99 for the Kingdom of God, while at times dangerous, incredibly rewarding and important. Streaker may have been a mutt, but his simple bloodline showed Mark that if anyone puts their giftedness in God’s hands, and allows God to Fighting For My Life: How I used the Word of God in My use them, amazing things happen. Battles With Illness by Pastor Lloyd W. Wright, Sr. In 2011, Pastor Lloyd W. Wright, Sr., a Milwaukee Mark grew up with a loved for dogs. This became a focal point of Mark’s native, celebrated his 50th birthday, and in January childhood when Presi-dent and Mrs. Kennedy gave him the “pupnik” named of that year he underwent a precautionary colonos- Streaker, the grand-pup of Strelka, the first dog to orbit earth in a Soviet copy at the recommendation of his physician. He Sputnik spaceship, and return alive. Mark maintained a pen-pal relationship was shocked when the results revealed that he had with Jacqueline, with many personal letters, from the 1960s until the 1980s. colon cancer. Pastor Wright would eventually be di- Mark is an emergency medicine physician in Wisconsin, a husband of 42 agnosed with colon cancer two more times, but years to his wife Moi-ra, and a father and grandfather to five children, and was encouraged each time as the Holy Spirit spoke seven grandchildren. 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Throughout his eight- Author and speaker Carrie Stephens has a mes- year battle with illness, Pastor Wright relied on scripture and prayer to help sage that women of all ages need to hear: You… bring his cancer into remission and to complete the exhausting physical me…we’re so much more than a plate of rice and therapy program necessary to regain the ability to walk, read and drive, beans. We are all holy guacamole-crafted with among other challenges. In Fighting for My Life, Pastor Wright describes the great skill and flair by the Master Creator. many setbacks and disappointments he endured along the path to recovery. In the pages of this book, readers will find some of $10.00 Carrie’s thoughts on the challenges of life, as well as the kind of hope God offers us in the midst of it all. She hopes that when women find themselves in these stories, they will also feel the presence of Books reviewed here are available God and His endless love for them. 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Postal Worker Gives Glory to God after In the Kitchen Finding Missing Toddler by Mikaela Mathews With Diane

A USPS worker is giving God the credit for being at the right place at the right Diane Fechter, Author time when he found a toddler who had been missing all night.

According to Christian Today, two-year- old Ethan Adeyemi disappeared from his home in Howard County, Maryland, around 10:20 pm last Wednesday night. He wandered barefoot along a Maryland highway the whole evening in only a sweatshirt and sweatpants.

Neighbors, K9 units, helicopters, drones, fi refi ghters and police offi cers had been scouring the area for hours after the family reported him missing. But it was until Keith Rollins, the U.S. Postal worker who saw him at 8 AM, picked him up that he was safe.

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NEARLY ALL U.S. PRESIDENTS HAVE the highest offi ce in the land, a large major- Following the Episcopalians are Presbyteri- BEEN CHRISTIANS ity of them have clung to religion and the ans. Trump claims to adhere to this denomi- Bible as they rose to the top, according to nation, calling it a “wonderful religion.” He’s According to the Pew Research Center, al- Fox News. joined with Reagan, Eisenhower, Wilson, B. most all of the United States presidents have Harrison, Cleveland, Buchanan, Polk, and called themselves Christians. And half of The largest group represented is Episcopa- Jackson. them were Episcopalian or Presbyterian, in- lian with 11 presidents including H.W. Bush, cluding current President Donald Trump. Ford, F. Roosevelt, Arthur, Pierce, Taylor, Baptists, Unitarians, Methodists, non-de- Tyler, W. Harrison, Monroe, Madison, and nominational Christians, and Disciples of Though presidents are not required to ad- Washington. Christ have smaller amounts. here to any religion in order to be elected to

TACTICS FOR DISCUSSING YOUR Another indicator, though not nearly as reli- The expanded 10th-anniversary edition, CHRISTIAN CONVICTIONS able, is how many have sold. with several new chapters and updated ex- amples that take into account the ways our Solomon once said that of the writing of On both of these counts, the book “Tactics: culture has changed since 2009, means that books, there is no end. The sheer number of A Game Plan for Discussing Your Christian this edition supplants the old one as one of books available online today is overwhelm- Convictions” by my friend Greg Koukl, pass- the best resources ever produced to equip ing, and there’s nothing worse than wasting es with fl ying colors. In fact, it’s sold so well Christian to engage in tough conversations time or money on a terrible book. A help- for so long, “Tactics” is now available in an with skeptics and unbelievers—and, by the ful clue to reveal the quality of a book is expanded and updated 10th-anniversary way, even with fellow believers who might whether or not it has stood the test of time. edition. be fuzzy on the key teachings of our faith.

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MASTER P AND ROMEO NOW MAKING CHRISTIAN CONTENT: ‘I WANT MY CAREER TO BE ABOUT GOD’

Mainstream celebrities Master P, born Percy Robert Miller, and his son, Romeo Miller, attended the 28th an- nual Movieguide Awards where they revealed that they’ve veered away from their past hip-hop messages to create content that refl ects their Christian faith.

While on the red carpet, Master P acknowledged the importance of being at an awards show that celebrates faith and family fi lms.

“Romeo has started a brand, Romeo Land, and it’s all about having great content,” he said.

Along with his roster of businesses, the hip-hop and sports mogul said his movie company, Genius Minds Pictures, and his son’s new company, Romeo Land, are gearing up to release a Christian fi lm.

“We have our fi rst faith-based movie coming out, it’s called, ‘God Is Real.’ So people are going to see this everywhere,” he said.

“Don’t be afraid to grow and change,” Master P maintained. “Where I come from, I come from the streets, I come from the struggle and pain. Without God, I wouldn’t be here. So why not change and grow up and do right?”

Along with “God Is Real,” Romeo is starring in the faith-based movie, “Can You Hear the Lamb.”

“I’ve had a lot of success, over 19 years in this industry, I started very young,” Romeo stated “That success is because of God.”

“I seen a lot of my cousins pass away when I was younger. I saw my cousin die when I was 8 years old. In that moment, I knew that we’re on this Earth for a reason. It’s a bigger purpose,” he testified. Page 16 March & April 2020

Virginia Couple Wins Battle To Hold Bible Study At Retirement Center: Settlement By Michael Gryboski

A Virginia couple who were threatened with According to the notice, the weekly Bible eviction from their retirement home if they study “caused, and continues to cause, seri- continued to hold Bible study meetings have ous and substantial disturbances with other won the right to hold classes again. residents in the community.”

Kenneth and Liv Hauge recently reached a “Landlord has received a series of complaints settlement with the Evergreens at Smith Run over the past several months regarding your in Fredericksburg, allowing them to continue conduct at the community,” read the notice holding Bible classes and movie screenings in part. at the community room. “Landlord has also learned that you show re- First Liberty Institute, a conservative law ligious fi lms on Sunday evenings, followed fi rm that represented the Hauges, announced the settlement on their by a group discussion on the religious fi lm. This activity has resulted Twitter account on Wednesday. in complaints to Landlord similar to those related to the Bible study class.” “BREAKING: 2020 just began and we’re celebrating a VICTORY that vindicates the right to worship in your own home,” they tweeted. The landlord said in the notice that the residential business was not threatening the couple with eviction because of their Christian be- “The FLI Legal team reached a settlement for Ken and Liv Hauge that liefs nor was it “requesting that you cease practicing your religion.” allowed their group to gather for their fi rst Bible study since being banned from meeting in 2018.” Last May, the couple fi led a lawsuit against Evergreens and CRC, ar- guing that management had discriminated against them and others In July 2018, the Community Realty Company, the parent company on the basis of religion. for Evergreens, sent a notice to the Hauges saying they must stop holding their Bible study at the senior living center’s community In addition to the ban on the Bible study, the suit also alleged that room or face eviction. the Evergreens was prohibiting prayer before meals and refusing to allow them to call it a “Bible study,” but rather a “book review.”

The Bible Could Become Tennessee’s ‘Official State Book’ under New Bill By Michael Foust

Four years after Tennes- “There is no denying our history,” Sexton said in 2015, according to see’s governor vetoed a Baptist Press. “The Bible has certainly had a pivotal role in the his- bill that would have made tory of our state as well as our nation. The Bible also plays a signifi - the Bible the “offi cial state cantly important role in our state today with several companies in book,” the sponsor of that Nashville being responsible for publishing more Bibles than possibly bill is trying again. any other city in the world.

State Rep. Jerry Sexton, “Making the Bible our offi cial state book,” he added, “isn’t a violation a Republican, fi led a bill of either our Constitution or the U.S. Constitution. It is simply a rec- Wednesday that would ognition of its historical importance. To preclude the Bible simply be- designate “the Holy Bible cause it is religious in nature is anathema to the First Amendment.” as the offi cial state book,” according to a description of the bill on the Haslam vetoed the bill and, in a letter, said the bill “trivializes the legislature’s website. Bible, which I believe is a sacred text.” In 2016, then-Gov. Bill Haslam, a Republican, vetoed a similar bill by “If we believe that the Bible is the inspired word of God, then we Sexton. But he was ineligible to run for re-election after serving two shouldn’t be recognizing it only as a book of historical and economic terms and was followed by a new governor, Bill Lee, who also is a signifi cance,” Haslam wrote. “If we are recognizing the Bible as a sa- Republican. Lee has not taken a position on Sexton’s bill. cred text, then we are violating the Constitution of the United States Sexton previously said his bill would acknowledge the role the Bible and the Constitution of the State of Tennessee by designating it as has played in the state’s past. the offi cial state book.”

SINGER CHYNNA PHILLIPS SAYS JESUS Phillips, 51, is a member of the group Wilson IS THE ‘WAY, THE TRUTH AND THE LIGHT’ Phillips and the daughter of John and Mi- chelle Phillips of the 1960s group Mamas and Chynna Phillips, the well-known singer who is the Papas. Her husband is William Baldwin, also one of the music industry’s most outspo- whose brother, Stephen, is Hailey’s father. ken Christians, says her niece and nephew- in-law — Hailey Baldwin and Justin Bieber Phillips holds a Bible study in her Los Angeles — can make a difference for the kingdom of home. Bieber and Hailey Baldwin don’t attend God. the Bible study, but Phillips said it “would be really fun” if they did. “They are awesome examples of what it is to be a Christian and I feel like they’re going to Phillips experienced a spiritual reawakening help pave the way for other young people to after her daughter, Brooke, was born in 2004, see it in a new light and see that Christianity she said. is cool,” Phillips told the New York Post’s Page Six. March & April 2020 Page 17

Christians in China Courageously Share Gospel in Coronavirus Crisis Zone By Tim Tune

As if rallying around the apostles’ declaration that “We must serve God rather than men” (Acts 5:29), Christians continue to boldly share the Gospel in the streets of Wuhan, China, the epicenter of the coronavirus outbreak. Witnesses who share their faith openly not only face possible infection from the dangerous respiratory disease caused by the virus, but also could be subject to potential persecution by authorities, as well.

Despite the potential dangers, CBN News Asia correspondent Lucille Talusan reports that Christians in Wuhan are meeting needs created by the crisis and by doing so are creating opportunities to share the Gospel.

The believers, often operating underground to avoid persecution and prosecution by Communist authorities, are taking advantage of the Talusan said that the uncertainty of the crisis has helped heighten the need for surgical masks. In addition to helping prevent contracting receptiveness to the message of Christ. the respiratory disease caused by coronavirus, the masks also help shield the identity of the witness. While the Chinese Communist government includes Christianity- based Catholicism and Protestantism among the nation’s fi ve offi - Talusan reported that a “very courageous” group of Christians in Wu- cially sanctioned religions, activities of these faith traditions require han have hit the streets to distribute the protective facemasks. As registration and are subject to complex state-regulatory agencies that they hand out the masks, Talusan said, “They say that they are Chris- manage “all aspects of religious life, including religious leadership tians and they share the love of Christ and point to Jesus to bring appointments, selection of clergy, and interpretation of doctrine,” ac- hope to them and their families and the whole of China. ... This is cording to the U.S.-based Council on Foreign Relations (CFR). really a breakthrough.”

‘Watered-Down’ Gospel in U.S. Is Major Concern for 72 Percent of Pastors by Michael Foust

Three issues topped 40 percent but failed to reach 50 percent: Nega- tive perceptions of the church, 46 percent; the diminished infl uence of churches in the community, 45 percent and church leader burn- out/exhaustion, 40 percent.

Few of those issues, though, were mentioned as a major problem when pastors were asked – in a separate question – to list their major concerns for their own church. On that list, only two issues topped 50 percent, with a total of nine reaching at least 20 percent: Reaching a younger audience, 51 percent; declining or inconsistent outreach and evangelism, 50 percent; declining or inconsistent volunteering, 36 percent; stagnating spiritual growth, 34 percent; declining atten- The prevalence of a “watered-down” gospel and the culture’s shift dance, 33 percent; biblical illiteracy, 29 percent; declining or unpre- to a secular age are the leading concerns among Protestant pastors dictable giving patterns, 28 percent; lack of leadership training and about the Christian church in the United States, according to a new development, 23 percent and not refl ecting the demographic of the Barna survey. community, 21 percent. Barna surveyed 547 U.S. Protestant pastors and asked them which “It’s worth noting that many of the possible issues listed above re- issues they believed were a major concern facing the U.S. Christian garding the Christians Church in the U.S. generated a strong general church. response compared to the more localized ones,” a Barna analysis Seven issues topped 50 percent: Watered-down gospel teachings, 72 said. “This full ranking alludes to many of the opportunities, debates percent; culture’s shift to a secular age, 66 percent; poor discipleship and divisions taking place within the Church right now, from leader models, 63 percent; addressing complex social issues with biblical burnout to church abuse scandals to women’s roles in ministry.” integrity, 58 percent; prosperity gospel teachings, 56 percent; reach- The survey was conducted between Nov. 15 and Dec. 17 and re- ing a younger audience, 56 percent and political polarization in the leased Feb. 3. country, 51 percent.

GAITHER MUSIC GROUP new gospel album, as well as a Best Gospel Bob Dylan classic. Recorded in Nashville’s CONGRATULATES GLORIA GAYNOR ON Performance/Song Nomination for “Talkin’ iconic former RCA Studio A and released by GRAMMY WIN ‘Bout Jesus”, a stirring gospel track featur- Gaither Music, the album features as sen- ing Yolanda Adams. sational lineup of talent alongside Gaynor, Gaither Music Group is proud to congratu- including special guests Jason Crabb, Mike late legendary songstress Gloria Gaynor for Since its release last summer, Testimony has Farris, and Bart Millard (MercyMe), as well her Grammy Award win. been drawing praise for its collection of orig- as backup vocals from the Latrese Bush, Me- inal inspirational songs and soulful hymns Gaynor received a Best Roots Gospel Al- linda Doolittle, Jason Eskridge, and Emoni – from Gaynor’s powerful take on “Amazing bum GRAMMY for Testimony, her powerful Wilkins. Grace” to “Man of Peace,” her cover of the Page 18 March & April 2020

ABORTION IS THE LEADING CAUSE OF DEATH IN THE US: THE SUPERINTENDENT STANDS UP TO ATHEIST GROUP, SAYS PERSUASIVE LOGIC AND COMPELLING STORY OF LIFE SCHOOL IS NOT ‘A RELIGION FREE ZONE’

January 22nd marked the 47th anniver- The Freedom From Religion Foundation sary of the legalization of Roe v. Wade sent a letter to an Alabama school district and since its legalization, nearly sixty- telling them that students being baptized two million babies have been aborted. on the football fi eld was against the law.

TOBYMAC TALKS OF SON’S CHRISTIAN, MUSLIM PARENTS JOIN UNEXPECTED DEATH DURING ROCK TOGETHER TO PROTEST STATE- THE UNIVERSE PERFORMANCE MANDATED LGBT CURRICULUM IN NEW JERSEY Christian musician TobyMac performed at Universal Studios’ annual concert se- Coptic Christian and Muslim parents at- ries Rock The Universe recently where tended a New Jersey school board meet- he spoke about the loss of his son, Tru- ing recently to protest the new state-man- ett Foster McKeehan, who died from an dated LGBT curriculum to be taught in all overdose last October. New Jersey public schools.

‘THE BACHELOR’ CONTESTANT FRANKLIN GRAHAM IN THE BOLDLY PROFESSES CHRISTIAN SPOTLIGHT FAITH: ‘IT’S ALL OF WHO I AM’ After being kicked out of a few UK venues over his faith, Reverend “The Bachelor” contestant Madison Prewett boldly professed her Franklin Graham joined “Washington Watch” recently to talk about Christian faith during an episode of the ABC show, referring to her his tour across the ocean and why his message is inclusive, not hate- relationship with Jesus as her “whole life.” ful. He also explains why President Trump’s record has made all the difference – not just for Christians here, but all around the world. KATHIE LEE GIFFORD URGES CHRISTIANS TO STUDY GREEK, HEBREW BIBLE TRANSLATIONS TO GRASP GOD’S POWER MINNESOTA CHURCH TO BUILD TINY HOUSE SETTLEMENT FOR HOMELESS VETERANS Emmy Award-winning TV host, Kathy Lee Gifford attended the 28th annual Movieguide Awards recently and shared a message of truth A Minnesota congregation has approved the development of a tiny for Christians entering a new decade. house community on their church’s property to house homeless veterans. KANYE WEST REVEALS RECORD LABELS HAVE CONTRACTS PROHIBITING ARTISTS FROM TALKING ABOUT JESUS GRAMMYS 2020: IT’S ALL ABOUT ‘JESUS THE KING,’ SAYS WINNER KIRK FRANKLIN Kanye West hit Miami Super Bowl Sunday with his event Sunday Service and in between songs he shared that there are mainstream Kirk Franklin gave praise to “Jesus the King, because it is all about record contracts forbidding artists from saying the name of Jesus. Him” after bagging the award for Best Gospel Performance for his song “Love Theory” at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards in Los RUSH LIMBAUGH RELYING ON ‘RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD’ Angeles. AMID LUNG CANCER DIAGNOSIS

Conservative radio host Rush Limbaugh has shared how his “deeply personal relationship with God” has sustained him as he battles ad- vanced lung cancer. MINISTRIES DIRECTORY

MILWAUKEE (AREA 1) Central Assembly of God Grace Christian Fellowship Lakeshore Church Souls Harbor Baptist Church 5511 W Burleigh St 9900 W Capitol Drive 1820 E. North Ave. 3800 S Howell Ave Agape Harvest Fellowship Milwaukee 53210 Milwaukee, WI 53222 Milwaukee, WI 53202 Milwaukee 53207 Ministries Church of Engle- Call for times 414.445.0755 Sunday Worship 9AM, 10:45AM 414-273-2850 Sunday School 10AM burg Wed. Youth Programs 7PM Sunday 10:30 am Worship Services 11AM, 1PM 4620 W North Avenue Christian Faith Fellowship 414.464.9220 Friday- Bible Study 4 pm Thursday 7PM Milwaukee 53208 Church East 414.342.1234 or SoulsHarborBaptist. Sunday Worship 10AM 724 S. Layton Blvd. Greater St. Lukes New Beginnings Seed Faith org 414.449.2390 or AHFMC.org Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53215 2741 N. 27th Street M.B.C. Sunday Worship Time: 10 a.m. Milwaukee, WI 53210 138 W North Ave Spiritual Healing & Restora- Apostolic Missionary Church Sunday Night Ministry Training 11 am Sunday Worship Milwaukee, WI 53215 tion Ministries 2686 S 12th Street 6:00 p.m. 9 am Sunday School Pastor Annie Smith 2925 W Lincoln Avenue Milwaukee 53207 Wed Bible Study: 7:00 p.m. 414-264-8040 Service 1:00 p.m. Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53215 Call for times 414.645.7383 Sunday School 2:15 pm www.cffceast.org Holy Cathedral COGIC Pastor Patsy McNeely Berean Family Worship Cen- First Service 12/04/2016 @ Cornerstone Church Milwau- 2677 N 40th Street Newport Missionary Baptist 3:00 P.M. ter, Inc. kee Milwaukee 53210 Church ONE CHURCH IN TWO CITIES 2223 E. Kenwood Blvd Sunday School 10AM 2237 N. 11th St. Trinity Community Church 3920 N. 51st Blvd Milwaukee, WI 53211 Sunday Worship 8:30, 11AM, 6:45PM Milwaukee, WI 53205 9450 N 60th Street Milwaukee, WI 53216 SundayWorship10am 414.447.1966 Sunday School: 9:30am Brown Deer 53223 Sunday 8 am 414.395.7777 or Service: 11am Sunday Worship 10AM Wednesday 6:30 pm prayer, 7 cornerstonemilwaukee.com Hope Lutheran Church Wed Nite Bible Study: 7pm 414.354.6620 pm service 1115 N 35th Street 414-265-5881 Divine Shepherd Lutheran Milwaukee 53208 Word is God Worship Center Beth Messiah Congregation newportmissionarybaptistchurch@gmail. 9741 W Beloit Rd Sunday Worship 10:30AM com 3320 W Vliet St 9900 W Capitol Drive Milwaukee 53227 Sunday Bible Study 9:15AM Milwaukee 53208 Milwaukee 53222 Sunday Worship 9AM 414.342.0471 Parklawn Assembly of God Sunday Worship 11AM Saturday Worship 10AM 414.321.0730 3725 N Sherman Blvd 414.933.4744 414.464.9782 Kingdom of Heaven Christian Milwaukee 53216 Eastbrook Church Min. Word of Grace Fellowship Blessed Deliverance M.B.C. Sunday Worship 8, 11AM 5385 N Green Bay Ave 9235 W Capitol Dr Lower Level 414.442.7411 4949 West Villard Avenue 2215 N. 23rd Street Milwaukee 53209 Milwaukee 53222 Milwaukee, WI 53218 Milwaukee, WI 53205 Saturday 5PM Sunday 10AM Restoration International Min- Pastor Ernie Oby 414-344-9645 Sunday Worship 8, 9:30, 11AM 414.393.1500 istry, Inc. Sunday Service: 10:30am Sunday School 8:45 am 414.228.5220 5017 W. Center Street Wednesday Service: 6:30pm Worship 10 am Milwaukee, WI 53210 414-464-9643 Wednesday Bible Study 6:30 pm 414-499-7961 [email protected] [email protected] Christian Educ Sunday 12:30 pm Worship Service Sunday 1:30 pm March & April 2020 Page 19

SOUTH SUBURBS (AREA 2) Elmbrook Church Reformation Hope Church Covenant Connection Northbrook Church 777 S Barker Rd 915 Adelmann Ave., Lower Level Fellowship Church 4014 Hwy 167 West Cedar Hills Church Brookfi eld 53045 Brookfi eld, WI 53045 2841 Emslie Drive Richfi eld 53076 6911 S 20th St Worship Services Sat 5PM Sunday Worship 10:30AM Waukesha, WI 53188 Saturday 4:30PM Oak Creek 53154 Sunday 9, 10:45AM Family Bible Hour Sunday Worship: Sunday at 10am & Sunday Worship 8AM, 9:30AM, Sunday School 9:30AM 262.786.7051 1:00PM Wednesday at 7pm 11AM Worship Service 10:30AM 262.628.3142 414.761.1880 Family Prayer & Worship www.reformationhopechurchministries. www.covenant-connection.org com Oconomowoc Faith Bible Cornerstone Bible Church Center Delavan Christian Reformed 2370 S. 75th Street RightWay Church Ministries Church Fellowship 11321 St. Martens Rd. 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Bluemound Rd. 201 N 121st St, Faith Christian Fellowship Sunday Worship, 9:30am Saturday 5:30PM Wauwatosa, WI 53213 Wauwatosa 53226 1200 Racine St. Wednesday, Family Night & Worship Service 8:45, 10:30A (414) 475-1234 Sunday Worship 10:30AM Racine 53403 Youth Ministry, 6:30pm Sunday Worship - 10:30 am Thursday Eve Bible Studies 6PM 262.637-6220 or RacineFCF.org (262) 363-5443 Jubilee Christian Family Church Honeycreekchurch.org 414.259.1228 http://www.orchardhillag.com 3639 W Ryan Road Faithlife Victory International Lifeline Church Showers of Blessing Church Praise Fellowship Church Franklin 53132 8544 W National Ave STE #28 W195 S9912 Racine Avenue Sunday Worship 10AM 3285 N Calhoun Road Sunday worship 10:00am Brookfi eld, WI 53005 West Allis, WI 53227 (Temporarily meeting at the Muskego, WI 53150 Wednesday Bible Study 7PM Sunday School 10:00AM Kenosha Woman’s Club) Sunday Worship Service: 9:30 Mon-Fri AM1340 12:45PM 262-783-2900 www.vifonline.org Sunday Worship 10:30AM 6028 8th Avenue & 60th Street a.m. 414.423.0700 or Jubilee-Christian. 414.502.7584 (use west entrance) Kenosha WI Wednesday Service: 6:30 p.m. www.praise-fellowship.org org New Beginnings Fellowship Wauwatosa Bible Chapel 53143 www.faithlifevictory.org Intl. 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